The event left Brittney Prehn without hearing in her right ear and only partial hearing in her left ear. She also has paralysis on the right side of her face and pain in her hips. She’s undergone two surgeries and no goes to physical and speech therapy four times a week.

Brittney Prehn said she’s amazed to be alive and the ordeal has changed her outlook on life, making her appreciate what she has.

Prehn said she won’t let her injuries or fear keep her from something she loves and that she plans to return to Country Thunder next year. She said she also hopes to be back in college a year from now to continue her studies to become a special education teacher.